Story by: Bronwen Amman With our family being scattered all over (Australia , UK and Gauteng ) we try and arrange a family holiday where we all meet up and spend some quality time together. This would be it – 3 nights at Buffalo Thorn Lodge. We all love the bush and have been lucky…

Shepherd’s Tree (Boscia albitrunca)   This picture was taken during an early departure from the Lodge. The Shepherd’s Tree is widely found in Black Rhino Game Reserve and there is one believed to be around 700 years old. The common name ‘Shepherd’s Tree’ comes from the fact that in the drier parts of its range…

Established by Discount Traveler South Africa in 2015, the Sanlam Top Destination Awards event is officially open for 2017! In its third year running with SANLAM as the Title Sponsor, the Sanlam Top Destination Awards serves to recognise the hard work and dedication of hospitality establishments in one of South Africa’s most challenging business industries….

Although I have a terrible memory, I will never forget my weekend at Buffalo Thorn Lodge. A group of friends decided to stay at the Lodge for a weekend after some research led them to this wonderful place. I was visiting South Africa from Spain and a friend of mine asked if I wanted to…

In 2015 A number of visitors to the Lodge have had the opportunity to get up close to this 4.7m female Southern African Rock Python, which is found in the Sub-Saharan region. The photograph below gives you an idea of how big she really is, with visitors from the USA holding her up for the camera. We…

We stayed in Buffalo Thorn Lodge in the May, a year after my Dad passed away! We wanted to create a good memory to honour a wonderful man, who gave us so much! It was, from beginning to end, wonderful! We saw the Big 5, and lion cubs being introduced to their father. We laughed…

BY: Andreas Thieme We recently celebrated my parents’ 50th wedding anniversary at the Lodge and it was a real treat for them. They love the bush and go at least once a year to the Kruger. So having this exclusive camp to ourselves, was something special, which they will never forget. I am already planning my…

We’re incredibly excited to be participating in the 2017 World Luxury Hotel Awards! Thank you to our loyal guests for the nomination. Voting season will be in September this year – and we will keep you informed so that you can all cast your votes

This month we are going to have a look into the life of the black backed jackal. Here are a few interesting facts about these animals: They are about 40 cm to 1 m long, they weigh between 7-10 kg and live for about 10 years. Their habitat is widely spread but jackals are highly adaptable….

I attended a Bachelorette weekend at Buffalo Thorn Lodge. I had never heard of it, but one of the other bridesmaids could not stop talking about the beauty and luxury of the Lodge and reserve as she had been there before. We had a lovely girls’ weekend filled with games, laughter and unforgettable memories. All…